Job Overview
Exquisite Solution Limited is a dynamic and innovative company dedicated to providing top-notch services to our clients. We pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our ability to deliver sustainable solutions. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Accountant to join our growing team.
Job Responsibilities:
• Verify, allocate, post, and reconcile accounts payable and receivable.
• Produce error-free accounting reports and present their results.
• Analyze financial information and summarize the financial status.
• Manage Accounts Payable/Accounts Receivable processes, including entering daily invoices/bills/journal entries, weekly check runs, and monthly accruals.
• Provide technical support and advice on Management Accountant.
• Review and recommend modifications to accounting systems and procedures.
• Ensure vendor invoices and check requests are paid according to policies, and follow up on unapproved invoices.
• Prepare financial statements and produce budgets according to the schedule.
• Assist with tax audits and tax returns.
• Direct internal and external audits to ensure compliance.
• Support month-end and year-end close processes.
• Manage accounting assistants and bookkeepers.
• Plan, assign, and review staff’s work.
• Develop and document business processes and accounting policies to maintain and strengthen internal controls.
• Summarize current financial status by collecting information and preparing balance sheets, profit and loss statements, and other reports.
• Analyze trends, costs, revenues, and expenses.
• Participate in financial standards setting and forecast processes.
• Report the organization’s financial status to management and offer suggestions for resource utilization, tax strategies, and budget forecasts.
• Direct all operational aspects, including distribution, customer service, human resources, and sales, in accordance with organizational objectives.
• Guide managerial and operational decision-making and strategy implementation for sustainable value creation.
• Contribute to strong client relationships through positive interaction and by answering accounting procedure questions.
Requirements:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional Certification: CPA, ACCA, CIA, or Post graduate or Master’s degree is an added advantage.
• Minimum of 2 years in accounting or finance in a busy organisation.
• Experience in manufacturing, banking, or logistics is an added advantage.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as QuickBooks, Sage, SAP, or other ERP systems.
• Ability to prepare, analyze, and present management and financial reports (Statement of Financial Position, Statement of Comprehensive Income, Cash Flow Statements).
• Knowledge of Ugandan tax laws and regulations, and experience in preparing and filing tax returns.
Competencies:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Leadership skills to manage and mentor a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
Attributes:
• High ethical standards and integrity.
• Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing solutions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team.
• Familiarity with IFRS.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.
• Aptitude for numbers and quantitative skills
Job application procedure
If you are a proactive individual with a passion for accounting and a drive for excellence, we would love to hear from you! To apply, please send your resume and a cover letter, with the position you are applying for in the subject line, to talent@exquisitesolution.com. The deadline for applications is August 5, 2024.
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- Address Kampala, Uganda, East Africa
- Salary Offer Not specified USD not-specified Month
